Game Genres
A game genre is a classification of video games based on their gameplay mechanics, themes, and objectives. It helps players quickly understand the core experience of a game.
The genres used on Spotlight have been selected because they represent the most common and popular categories across all types of games, covering a broad spectrum. Click on the genres below to read more.
All genres have a “View data”-link to Video Game Insights, a games database showing top played, most popular titles, estimated sales, and more.
Action
Focuses on physical challenges and fast-paced gameplay.
Examples: Super Mario, Call of Duty.
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Adventure
Emphasizes storytelling, exploration, and puzzle-solving.
Examples: The Legend of Zelda, Telltale’s The Walking Dead.
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Fighting
Centers on hand-to-hand combat with one or more players
Examples: Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat.
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MMORPG
(Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games)
Combines RPG mechanics with large online multiplayer worlds.
Examples: World of Warcraft, Guild Wars 2.
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Puzzle
Challenges players to solve logic-based problems or riddles.
Examples: Tetris, Portal.
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Racing
Focuses on driving or racing against opponents or time.
Examples: Mario Kart, Gran Turismo.
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RPG
(Role Playing Games)
Focuses on character development, narrative, and decision-making.
Examples: Final Fantasy, The Witcher.
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Simulation
Replicates real-world activities or environments, often with an emphasis on control and decision-making.
Examples: The Sims, Flight Simulator.
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Sports
Strategy
Examples: StarCraft, Civilization.
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Uncategorized
This genre is for games that don’t neatly fit into any of the other predefined genres.
